When you first meet Freddy he seems to be more of a big dumb lug than a brainiac. There is nothing in the world he enjoys more than to play, play, play, play play and play some more. Chase, tug of war, hide and seek, wrestling, fetch... read more |
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FOSTER HOMES URGENTLY NEEDED
Please contact Terri to foster a wonderful rescued dog from Pima Animal Care Center. Healthy dogs just waiting for their "forever homes" . E-mail us or call 235-6309 and ask about our foster to adopt program. Or, if you're ready to start fostering now just fill out our Foster Care Application and we will contact you right away. |
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What is Kennel Cough?
Kennel cough is what many dogs are euthanized for at PACC. When there is a call for help for sick dogs from PACC, this is usually what the dog has.
Kennel cough is most commonly associated with a bacterial infection caused by the organism Bordetella bronchiseptica. While it is hard to be certain in veterinary medicine when discussing statistics, it is estimated that 80 to 90% of the cases of kennel cough are due to this organism. The other 10 to 20% of cases are caused by a variety of other infectious agents, most of them viral. The incubation period from the time a dog is exposed until clinical signs appear varies depending on which infectious agent is the cause. In general it appears to be about 3 to 5 days with Bordetella. The infection tends to be mild except for a very harsh cough that often prompts owners to think that their dog "has something caught in his throat". In some dogs it can lead to pneumonia or more serious signs. Cough suppressants can be used to control the cough and antibiotics may be necessary for stubborn infections or to try to stop the spread of the bacteria in multiple dog households. It is probably a good idea to vaccinate dogs who will be exposed to large numbers of other dogs, such as at shows, obedience classes or the classic cause -- when left in kennels. The intranasal vaccine is pretty fast acting, providing some protection in as little as 5 days. The injectable version of the vaccine may provide longer immunity, though. Some vets use both to get maximum protection. 1. No heat cycles, which means you'll have a cleaner,quieter animal and house 2. Less desire to roam, which means that your dog or cat will be less likely to be injured in fights or auto accidents 3. Risk of mammary gland tumors and prostate disease is greatly reduced, especially if the surgery is performed while the animal is young 4. Risk of ovarian, uterine, and testicular cancer is eliminated 5. Reduces number of unwanted cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies 6. Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives |
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